PURELL Hand Sanitizer was invented in 1988 by GOJO to help healthcare providers and restaurant operators reduce the spread of germs, and remains one of the most recognized brands in the world today. It defines the hand sanitizer cateogry and is the brand most preferred by doctors, professionals and consumers everywhere.

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GOJO Blog

We spotlight the importance of hand
hygiene to improve public health, serve as a trusted
resource and raise awareness of leading-edge hand
hygiene and skin health scientific advancements through the GOJO Blog.

GOJO microbiologists, scientists,
nurses and communication professionals post regularly
and we also get the views of outside experts and
thought leaders in the field. It’s all part of the
GOJO Purpose, saving lives and making lives better
through well-being solutions.

Rachel Leslie

Clinical Science Manager

Rachel Leslie is a Clinical Science Manager in Research & Development at GOJO Industries. She has been with GOJO since 2011, focusing on the development and antimicrobial testing of hand hygiene and surface disinfection products. She has presented her research at GOJO in peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations. Rachel holds a Masters of Science in Chemical Biology from the University of Michigan.